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TU Graz Explores Cultural Heritage Preservation in the Himalayas

Using 3D technology and interdisciplinary expertise, a research team has explored Buddhist temples in the remote Dolpo region of Nepal and digitized them for posterity In the high-altitude and extremely remote region of Dolpo in north-west Nepal, there are numerous Buddhist temples whose history dates back to the 11th century. The structures are threatened by earthquakes, landslides and planned infrastructure projects such as the Chinese Belt and Road Initiative. There is also a lack of financial resources for long-term maintenance….

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Machine Engineering

Engine Redesign Cuts Pollution and Oil Use in Hybrid Cars

“We're talking about a major leap in engine technology that could be used in hybrid cars to make vehicles much more environmentally friendly and fuel stingy,”…

Power and Electrical Engineering

Duolog Technologies tapes out IEEE 802.15.4 …

Duolog Technologies today announced the tape-out of a 0.13um IEEE 802.15.4/Zigbee radio test chip as part of their 802.15.4 transceiver development program….

Automotive Engineering

New Ductility Criteria Boost Lightweight Car Development

Not only in today’s car development but also in every safety relevant construction, the material forming behaviour because of working load is highly…

Transportation and Logistics

Smart System Aims to Prevent Aircraft Collisions

Until now, orange balloons on power lines, brightly painted masts and lights have been the only warning that pilots receive when they are approaching and…

Power and Electrical Engineering

New 'layered-layered' materials for rechargeable lithium batteries

The technology is based on a new material for the positive electrode that is comprised of a unique nano-crystalline, layered-composite structure.Argonne’s…

Automotive Engineering

Innovative SMCs Enhance Automotive Surface Quality and Weight

SMCs are a cost-effective and lighter alternative to metals and more resistant to corrosion. They not only help make nicer cars, but most importantly, lighter…

Automotive Engineering

'Upgrading' from Secondary to Primary Seatbelt Laws Would Save Lives

Lilliard Richardson, associate professor in MU's Truman School of Public Affairs, and David J. Houston, associate professor at the University of Tennessee,…

Process Engineering

Flexible Laser Innovations Transforming Industrial Applications

Lasers have become an indispensable tool in many areas of industry. They are used to cut sheet metal for automobiles, harden turbine blades and weld aircraft…

Power and Electrical Engineering

Solar-Powered Mobility: Innovative Scooters Recharge Effortlessly

The project began when a company that manufactures secure storage sheds for the scooters approached the university about integrating solar power to recharge…

Power and Electrical Engineering

BIOCOUP: Innovating Renewable Energy in Refineries

It aims at responding to the increasing demand of biofuels with a new innovative processing route. Over the next 5 years, the European consortium will try to…

Materials Sciences

Developments in materials – New issue of Materials World

This month’s issue focuses on light metals, and includes:- Grinding them down: A report from The Commonwealth Scientific and Research Organisation into…

Materials Sciences

New Platinum Nanocrystals Enhance Fuel Oxidation Efficiency

The new platinum nanocrystals, whose “tetrahexahedral” structure had not previously been reported in the metal, could improve the efficiency of chemical…

Transportation and Logistics

Global Package Race Challenges Major Carriers’ Efficiency

A group of 60 logistics students, led by logistics expert John Bartholdi, a professor in the Stewart School, sends identical boxes bound for places like Lomé,…

Materials Sciences

Child-safe oil lamps are possible! – New burner design could protect children from poisoning

The permitted clear and non-perfumed variant of these fuels is being sold in increasing quantities. Unfortunately, even the smallest quantities of these…

Machine Engineering

New Compact Control Units Enhance Cleaning Machine Safety

EUREKA project E! 3592 CLEANCONTROL has developed a compact electronic control unit to challenge this. Mainly targeted at cleaning machine manufacturers, it is…

Power and Electrical Engineering

University Launches £1M High-Tech Test Facility for Innovation

It complements the existing Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC) and will develop and evaluate ultra-compact and intelligent electrical networks for…

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